Thatís especially true these days when thereís so much to read from so many sources.

In an effort to help our comrades in the media, we are here today to sweep up some of the mess theyíve made in recent stories.

Like the recent coverage of the Chiefs signing of free agent linebacker Demorrio Williams by the local newspapeer. It was reported that the Williams signing was due to the coaching staffís unhappiness with Napoleon Harris and his play at middle linebacker last season. The story said that Donnie Edwards was moving inside to middle linebacker and Williams would play outside linebacker. No source was provided for this information. That lack of attribution didnít keep local radio and television yakkers from repeating the information like it was fact.

Just one problem: itís not true. Edwards isnít moving to the middle, Harris isnít moving to the bench and Williams isnít moving into the starting lineup.

I know this is true because I asked the only sources needed for this discussion: head coach Herm Edwards and defensive coordinator Gunther Cunningham. The Chiefs liked Williams because heís young and fast; Cunningham said he reminds him a little bit of former linebacker Anthony Davis from the mid-1990s. Remember, Edwards will soon celebrate his 35th birthday. After seasons of being an iron-man, he had injury problems last year.

The Chiefs wanted another young linebacker, an upgrade from what theyíve seen in the past from the likes of Keyaron Fox. The coaches wanted to improve the competition level at linebacker, and both coaches felt they needed another experienced body to get that done. They want to see more consistency and more plays from the linebacker group as a whole.

But that doesnít mean either of those veterans is headed to the bench or that Williams is penciled into the starting lineup.

Hereís another one, this from the Boston Globe. Because of his early career with the Patriots, there are sportswriters in New England who still think Ty Law can play the cornerback position in the NFL.

Last week the Globe had a feature on Law, pumping up his credentials and his current availability. It included some interesting quotes from Law. He said:

ďI thought the opportunity was a great one at the time (going to Kansas City.) But to be honest, it wasnít the best playing experience for me by any means. I feel that if you put me in a situation that takes advantage of my skills, I could be in Hawaii the next three years. But you have to be in the right scheme of things to showcase your talent.Ē

By Hawaii, Law was talking about playing in the Pro Bowl.

At this point in his career, Lawís only hope of visiting Hawaii is buying his own plane ticket. He can no longer run with receivers. How many times did he simply fall down trying to make a move in coverage? He is willing to come up and support the run, but a corner has to cover and thatís something Law did very little of during his 33 games with the Chiefs.

For Law to indicate he was not handled very well by the Chiefs in their defensive scheme is ridiculous. It was more like the other way around. His inability to run and cover receivers hampered what the Chiefs were able to do with their defense.

More than likely there will be a team that signs Law now that heís a free agent. Buyer beware.

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Would have been nice if Gretz had mentioned WPI, who got it right the first time.

Would have been nice if Gretz had mentioned WPI, who got it right the first time.

Really? Hawaii doesn't have a pro team? That's weird

Iowanian

03-12-2008, 09:40 AM

Gretz should then have clarified that the coaching staff are indeed dumbasses if they WERE pleased with the production of Napolean Harris last season.

eazyb81

03-12-2008, 09:43 AM

Gretz is a sad, pathetic man.

Stop, Chiefs

03-12-2008, 09:45 AM

Gretz is a sad, pathetic man.

Why? The Star totally dropped the ball on this one. Gretz can sometimes be a bit petty, but his role as media watchdog in this case is completely justified. Chiefs fans deserved to be informed. In this case the Kansas City Star was misinforming them.

More people should read WPI. :D

Iowanian

03-12-2008, 09:52 AM

WPI didn't even beat a Chiefsplanet poster to the punch on the signing of Devard Darling.

I'm looking, but I'd swear I read a quote from Williams that says he'll compete for a starting position in camp.?.

eazyb81

03-12-2008, 09:57 AM

Why? The Star totally dropped the ball on this one. Gretz can sometimes be a bit petty, but his role as media watchdog in this case is completely justified. Chiefs fans deserved to be informed. In this case the Kansas City Star was misinforming them.

More people should read WPI. :D

Well for one, I don't believe for a second that Williams isn't going to be a starter next year. Why the hell would he willingly go from being a very solid starter in Atlanta to a backup for a crap team in KC? That makes no sense, and I'm guessing Herm was just pissed that people made an assumption so he's playing devil's advocate.

Also, Gretz is a tool because he always plays this holier than thou card on fans or members of the media because he's Carl's lapdog. He's pathetic and I'd be embarrassed to know him personally.

Stop, Chiefs

03-12-2008, 09:57 AM

WPI didn't even beat a Chiefsplanet poster to the punch on the signing of Devard Darling.

I'm looking, but I'd swear I read a quote from Williams that says he'll compete for a starting position in camp.?.

I'm pretty sure the only media outlet that has done an interview with DeMorrio is Warpaint. :D

Iowanian

03-12-2008, 10:00 AM

Its just a matter of time before Chris Hanson walks into a room and asks WPI to sit down and talk about why you're here.

Brock

03-12-2008, 10:00 AM

I'm pretty sure the only media outlet that would bother to do an interview with DeMorrio is Warpaint. :D

FYP

Cochise

03-12-2008, 10:04 AM

Teicher reporting pure speculation as fact? Hmm, do we know anyone else in the practice of doing that?

Stop, Chiefs

03-12-2008, 10:05 AM

Teicher reporting pure speculation as fact? Hmm, do we know anyone else in the practice of doing that?

Apparently Teicher is taking up the mantle, because Nick hasn't done it for months, if not years, at this point.

milkman

03-12-2008, 10:13 AM

Apparently Teicher is taking up the mantle, because Nick hasn't done it for months, if not years, at this point.

Yeah.

The EO has reformed.

He now just claims to know something, and tells that we will be shocked.

I can't wait for that shocking news, 3 or 4 moths later, so he can be vindicated.

Ari Chi3fs

03-12-2008, 10:13 AM

Why? The Star totally dropped the ball on this one. Gretz can sometimes be a bit petty, but his role as media watchdog in this case is completely justified. Chiefs fans deserved to be informed. In this case the Kansas City Star was misinforming them.

More people should read WPI. :D

I thought Nick hadn't paid you for 2 months 10 days... whats up with that?

Iowanian

03-12-2008, 10:16 AM

"Shocking news, coming soon at wpi....a FA player will sign....."

"we can't really say who, or when, or where, or if its true....but it could be any day now!:

Adept Havelock

03-12-2008, 11:12 AM

Gretz can sometimes be a bit petty, but his role as media watchdog in this case is completely justified.

Saying Gritz is a "bit petty" is like saying WPI is "occasionally inaccurate". Both are vast understatements. :spock:

Cochise

03-12-2008, 11:15 AM

"Shocking news, coming soon at wpi....a FA player will sign....."

"we can't really say who, or when, or where, or if its true....but it could be any day now!:

Or "I'm done with Chiefs Planet"

StcChief

03-12-2008, 12:33 PM

Why? The Star totally dropped the ball on this one. Gretz can sometimes be a bit petty, but his role as media watchdog in this case is completely justified. Chiefs fans deserved to be informed. In this case the Kansas City Star was misinforming them.

More people should read WPI. :D when are you getting off that sinking ship?

Skip Towne

03-12-2008, 12:48 PM

when are you getting off that sinking ship?

He has to stay until Nick pays him the two months wages he owes. About $50.

Stop, Chiefs

03-12-2008, 12:51 PM

He has to stay until Nick pays him the two months wages he owes. About $50.

No, I'll be staying afterwards. I don't learn.

Kerberos

03-12-2008, 02:31 PM

He has to stay until Nick pays him the two months wages he owes. About $50.

He is going by way of the Phobster in waiting for Nick to pay him.

Only GoChiefs, is without a doubt, a HUGE WHORE and Nick is completely his pimp.

That is the difference between him and phobia and money that Nick owes. Phobia got out before it got any worse. GoChiefs is a glutton.

BigChiefFan

03-12-2008, 03:23 PM

I see the organization is throwing past players under the bus just as soon as they hit the street. Why the **** do I follow this team, again? I ****ing hate the FO. Pieces of shit.

unothadeal

03-12-2008, 03:26 PM

I'm happy to hear we aren't going to give new players a chance to earn a spot on the field. I'm surprised every other team doesn't run it like we do. Through seniority.

unothadeal

03-12-2008, 03:31 PM

I also like how they are trying to "improve the competition level" but have already decided Edwards is staying outside, and Harris is staying in the middle. Competition is key!

Duck Dog

03-12-2008, 03:55 PM

By Hawaii, Law was talking about playing in the Pro Bowl.

So who does this **** knuckle think he's talking to? Like his readers can't comprehend and distinguish what Law meant with his Hawaii comment.

Halfcan

03-12-2008, 03:58 PM

Gretz is a sad, pathetic man.

yep that was a pretty pathetic article

ChiefsFan4Life

03-12-2008, 03:59 PM

I also like how they are trying to "improve the competition level" but have already decided Edwards is staying outside, and Harris is staying in the middle. Competition is key!

LOL! I was wondering if only I had noticed the irony of the statement you pointed out

BigRock

03-12-2008, 04:05 PM

Teicher is like the Scott Templeton of sports journalism. Remember the Paul Hackett thing when Solari got canned? He'll throw complete bullshit into his stories without a single fact, source, or quote to support it.

BigChiefFan

03-12-2008, 04:10 PM

I also like how they are trying to "improve the competition level" but have already decided Edwards is staying outside, and Harris is staying in the middle. Competition is key!Same old shit, different decade. I've reserved my thinking, to the team is going to be perenial shit until Carl is shown the door and ownership puts a premium on Super Bowl victories. The FO is just spinning their wheels and going nowhere fast. I also hate how they talk down to the fans-when alot of the fans know more about football than they do.

BigChiefFan

03-12-2008, 04:14 PM

Teicher is like the Scott Templeton of sports journalism. Remember the Paul Hackett thing when Solari got canned? He'll throw complete bullshit into his stories without a single fact, source, or quote to support it.
Teicher is a hack who seems disgruntled. He comes across as loathing having to cover the Chiefs. I've never cared for Teicher's work in the least.

Halfcan

03-12-2008, 04:42 PM

someone needs to take a Shot at Gretz- a .45 would work

Reerun_KC

03-12-2008, 05:45 PM

Gretz is such a cock holster.....

Has he ever wrote anything worth reading??? Still amazing how he can write a article with Carl Balls Deep.